ORANGERY EXTENSIONS
Traditional orangery extensions.
Luxury bespoke orangery extensions crafted from hardwood hand painted timber, with masonry bases, roof lanterns and tall windows. Designed for Victorian, Georgian and period homes across the UK.
Designed & installed nationwide • 10-year warranty • Heritage Design Since 1980s
TRADITIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP
More than an extension. A room with presence.
A hardwood orangery extension is more than a standard rear extension. With classical rooflines, solid frames and a masonry base, it adds architectural charm to the home and suits both listed properties and homes with period character. We are experts in designing and building orangeries in London and across the UK.
Every timber orangery is made to order and structural engineered timber or hybrid materials, chosen for strength, insulation and appearance. From Georgian townhouses to countryside villas, we design and build large and small orangeries that add timeless character and modern performance.
Solid, light-filled and built to belong.
WHY AN ORANGERY EXTENSION
The permanence of masonry, the light of glass
An orangery sits between a conservatory and a full extension: more solid and private, but still open and full of light.
Roof lanterns
Glazed lanterns and tall windows flood the room with light while keeping it private.
Masonry base
A solid perimeter base gives an orangery its permanence and presence.
Premium timber
Built from structural engineered timber or hybrid frames, selected for strength and insulation.
Period detailing
Handmade bricks, lime mortar and glazing joinery tailored to the age of the property.
Fits listed property
Guidance on planning, heritage compliance and energy efficiency.
Year-round comfort
High-performance glass, insulated bases and underfloor heating.
Specification
What goes into an orangery extension
A solid, light-filled structure built with craft joinery and modern glazing standards.
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Structural engineered timber or hybrid
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Handmade bricks and lime mortar
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Solid masonry perimeter base
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Thermally broken, quality glazing
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Glazed roof lanterns
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Insulated base and underfloor heating
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Tall windows and glazed doors
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Integrated motorised roof vents
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Double-hipped, lantern or ridge roof
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Bespoke design with 3D visuals
TRADITIONAL DESIGN
For period homes
We design orangery extensions to match the era of the home, holding true to its proportions, brickwork and detailing.
Victorian Orangery Extensions
For a Victorian home, an orangery extension can echo the era's detail: ornate brickwork, tall windows, a bay-fronted layout and decorative glazing, all matched to the proportions of the original house. The result is a light-filled room that reads as part of the period property rather than an addition.
Georgian Orangery Extensions
A Georgian orangery leans on symmetry and restraint: balanced proportions, clean classical lines and generous panes, with a masonry base and roof lantern that suit Georgian and Regency townhouses. Understated, elegant and true to the architecture.
ORANGERY GALLERY
A look at our traditional orangeries
In their words
Trusted on the homes that matter most
At Glass House Architecture we design and build high-end glass extensions, hardwood orangeries and luxury conservatories. Every structure is made to order, engineered for your property and finished to an exacting standard using premium materials.
From a winter garden on a contemporary home to a traditional orangery on a listed building, each project is managed from first sketch to final detail by people who understand design and structure in equal measure.
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MORE PERIOD STYLES
More glass, or more character?
An orangery is the most solid and permanent of the period styles. If you want a lighter, more glazed structure, the rest of the range covers it. Part of our traditional conservatory collection, within our wider luxury conservatory range.
FAQ
Orangery questions, answered
A few of the things homeowners ask us most often. Anything else, just ask.
What is the difference between a traditional and a modern orangery?
A modern orangery uses UPVC or treated softwood frames and simple detailing. A traditional orangery includes hand painted hardwood construction, with detailed period glazing, enhanced entablature and decorative roof lanterns, echoing orangery features of homes from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.
What is the difference between an orangery and a conservatory?
An orangery sits between a conservatory and a full extension. It has a more permanent look and feel, with insulated dwarf walls and deep insulated roof it provides greater warmth and more privacy. But light still floods into the space thanks to tall windows and glass lantern. Our range of orangery images can show you the difference.
What timber do you use in a timber orangery?
Most often Sapele, though we offer other hardwoods. All timber is treated for durability and energy efficiency, with a rich, timeless appearance that suits heritage homes.
What does an Orangery cost?
The cost of an orangery depends on several factors - primarily the size. Our free consultations include budget guidance customised to your needs.
Are traditional orangeries warm enough for year-round use?
Yes. With a fully insulated roof, high-performance glass, an insulated base and underfloor heating, an orangery works as a year-round dining room, lounge, office or studio.
BEGIN Your project
Start planning your orangery
Tell us a little about your home and we will be in touch to arrange your design consultation, at the showroom or at your property.
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Call us on 0113 518 3766
or email us at info@glasshousearchitecture.co.uk